I feel the need to clarify: when I say "Detox Water" I don't mean "You're not allowed to eat anything for 48 hours and you are only supposed to drink this water." Ok?? So you can calm down now.

I make this and keep it in our fridge in replace of sugary drinks or tea. It's good with anything, at any time! This is a GREAT drink to have on hand whether you're trying to steer clear of soda OR you're trying to flush out any toxins hanging around in your system. Put your learning hats on here people, I'm about to not only tell you how to make this refreshing concoction but also tell you why it's so good for you!

Alright.. are you ready? This one's prettttttttty difficult.

Here is what you'll need:-A Beverage Dispenser of some kind (pitcher, serving dispenser, large cup…)

Here are the ingredients:-1 Cucumber-1 Lemon-1 Bunch of Mint Leaves-H20

Note: Prepare the water the night before you're ready to drink it. This way, when you wake up it will be FULL of flavor and everything will be infused into the water.

Another Note: If your pitcher of water lasts more than a day (ours never does because we drink so much so fast), scoop out the cucumber, lemon, & mint after about 24 hours. All of the nutrients will be infused in the water at this point anyway and you will avoid any bacteria or mold growth on the fruits and veggies. Yuck.

[Photos of Whole Process Below]

Step 1 & 2) Cut, toss in, add water, mix!

Don't forget to put the pitcher in the fridge over night to let everything infuse and seep into the water!

Doesn't it look so nice having a big beverage dispenser of infused water in your fridge? I feel like a very accomplished and healthy adult every time I open our refrigerator door.

Now onto the WHY. Aside from feeling like a very accomplished and healthy adult, this detox water comes with some incredible benefits. We are all aware that water is good for the body. It helps flush out any toxins lurking in your system and keeps you hydrated. It even helps those things you have inside you called organs (you know, like your kidney and liver) do their job with ease. Why add the cucumber, lemon and mint? Let me tell you…

Cucumbers: Vitamins, vitamins, vitamins… they're a great source of B vitamins.. and not only that, but they have most of the vitamins a body needs in a single day. They're rich in vitamin A, B1, B6, C & D, Folate, Calcium, Magnesium, and Potassium. The skin contains about 10% of the daily-recommended allowance of vitamin C. Not only vitamins, but cucumber are known to contain lariciresinol, pinoresinol, and secoisolariciresinol. These three lignans have a strong history of research in connection with reduced risk of several cancer types, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer and prostate cancer. Also, with their high water content and dietary fibers, they're very effective in ridding the body of those nasty toxins we were talking about earlier, which ultimately aids in digestion.

Lemons: Lemon juice helps stimulate and regulate the digestive track. According to the Budwig Center Blog, "raw lemon juice is known for its antioxidants and anti-tumor properties and has been used for centuries in order to cure many ailments. Being rich in Vitamin C, it is also essential for maintaining a fully functional immune system, aiding digestion, fighting tumors, helping wounds to heal faster, and can even help to prevent heart failure." Um… should the saying actually be "a lemon a day keeps the doctor away?" Sorry apples.

Last but not least…

Mint Leaves: Mint can help relax cramped up stomach muscles. Not to mention, it adds a refreshing kick to the detox water! AND… according to Medical News Today, mint has one of the highest antioxidant capacities of any food. Do you know what antioxidants do? They help you age gracefully. Yep you heard me. Antioxidants help your body fight free radicals, thereby promoting healthy aging!

I meaaaaannnnnnnnn, ultimately, you shouldn't be living, breathing, or walking without this water. AMIRIGHT or AMIRIGHTTTTTT.

There are like 9238923479 different ways you can infuse water… what have you tried? Whats your favorite combination of flavors?!

I love this idea and I think Jon would benefit (so would I) greatly from this in our fridge. We drink flavored water ALOT and it isn't necessarily good for you and doesn't do what this does. I LOVE THAT PITCHER - want one...where can I find it!?

I don't mean "You're not allowed to eat anything for 48 hours and you are only supposed to drink this water." Ok?? So you can calm down now.

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